Conor McGregor's Success and Achievements in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 25, 2026

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Conor McGregor. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Conor McGregor is an Irish professional mixed martial artist, renowned for his achievements in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He notably held the UFC Featherweight and Lightweight Champion titles simultaneously, marking him as the first UFC fighter to achieve championships in two weight classes concurrently. Prior to his UFC career, McGregor also held simultaneous Featherweight and Lightweight Champion titles in the Cage Warriors Fighting Championship (CWFC).

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition Challenges & Struggles Controversies & Scandals

2011: Winning streak begins

During 2011, Conor McGregor began an eight-fight winning streak.

2012: CWFC Titles

During 2012, Conor McGregor won both the CWFC Featherweight and Lightweight championships, becoming the first European professional mixed martial artist to hold titles in two divisions simultaneously.

April 2013: UFC Debut

On 6 April 2013, Conor McGregor made his UFC debut against Marcus Brimage at UFC on Fuel TV: Mousasi vs. Latifi, winning the fight by knockout in round one and earning his first "Knockout of the Night" award.

July 2014: Fight Against Brandão

On 19 July 2014, Conor McGregor fought Diego Brandão at UFC Fight Night 46, winning by TKO in the first round and earning his first Performance of the Night award.

September 2014: Victory at UFC 178

On 27 September 2014, at UFC 178, Conor McGregor faced Dustin Poirier, securing a first-round TKO victory and earning his second straight "Performance of the Night" award.

January 2015: Victory at UFC Fight Night 59

On 18 January 2015, Conor McGregor faced Dennis Siver at UFC Fight Night 59, winning the fight via TKO in the second round and earning his third straight "Performance of the Night" award.

August 2017: Details of McGregor vs. Mayweather Fight Announced

In August 2017, it was announced that Mayweather and McGregor would compete for the WBC Money Belt. Mayweather was guaranteed $100 million, and McGregor was guaranteed $30 million. The fight resulted in Mayweather winning via TKO in the 10th round.

2017: UFC Lightweight Championship & Boxing Match

In 2017, Conor McGregor won the UFC Lightweight Championship at UFC 205 by defeating Eddie Alvarez. He also transitioned to professional boxing, facing Floyd Mayweather Jr. in a highly publicized bout.

2017: McGregor's Endorsement Deals Reach $7 Million

In 2017, McGregor's endorsement deals totaled $7 million, with endorsements from Beats by Dre, Monster Energy, Reebok and Bud Light.

2018: Forbes Ranking

In 2018, Conor McGregor ranked fourth on the Forbes list of highest-paid athletes, with earnings of $99 million.

January 2020: Victory Over Cerrone at UFC 246

On 18 January 2020, after over a year away from the Octagon, Conor McGregor faced Donald Cerrone at UFC 246, winning the fight via technical knockout 40 seconds into the first round and earning a Performance of the Night award.